Dr. Richard Chang, MD, MPH
Physiatrist
At a glance
5.00 stars (11 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Works at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Orthopedic Surgery
Speaks English and Spanish
1 other language spoken
5.00
11 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.5
Recent reviews
I went to Dr. Chang for a consultation today, having already seen several doctors for a diverse set of conditions. Dr. Chang treated me with respect and most important of all listened carefully, tailoring his findings and suggestions to both my preferences and needs. I highly recommend him.
October 21, 2019Ronnie Ann H.Verified patient
Dr. Chang was great, highly recommended. He was very courteous, thorough in his evaluation, and spent time explaining next steps.
More than 1 year agoGleb G.Verified patient
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Arthritis
Lower back pain
Pain in joint
Neck pain and spine problems
Fibromyalgia and chronic pain and fatigue
Arthritis
Lower back pain
Pain in joint
Neck pain and spine problems
More about Dr. Richard Chang, MD, MPH
Dr. Chang is a Fellowship trained, Board certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) doctor, who specializes in nonsurgical Sports and Interventional Spine Medicine. A Brooklyn native, Dr. Chang is an alumnus of Brooklyn College's BA/MD and Macaulay Honors College programs, majoring in Sociology with honors and a Phi Beta Kappa member. His physiatry residency was completed at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, where he had the honor of serving as Chief Resident in his last year. Prior to this, he completed his preliminary internal medicine year at Maimonides Medical Center. Dr. Chang went on to complete his fellowship training in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery. During his fellowship year, he served as team physician to St. John's and St. Peter's Universities, specialzing in basketball, soccer, lacrosse, and fencing injuries.
Before returning to Mount Sinai, from 2015 to September 2017, he served as faculty of the Sports Division of the department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation Medicine. He was also an Assistant Professor and helped establish and co-found the department’s first accredited non-surgical Sports fellowship program in the Physiatry division at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, serving as its Associate Fellowship director, and was team physician of several of Brooklyn’s PSAL (Public School Athletic League) high schools and NCAA Division III college, SUNY Maritime. He continues to provide coverage as tent medical captain of the NYC Marathon and inter-borough half-marathons and as ringside physician to USA Boxing Metro, World Kickboxing Association, and the Daily News Golden Gloves boxing tournament.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Master's in Public Health
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Hospital for Special Surgery, Fellowship in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine
City University of New York, Brooklyn College (Bachelor's)
Maimonides Medical Center, Internship in Internal Medicine
Practice
Certifications
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Professional memberships
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Association of Academic Physiatrists
American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine
Spine Intervention Society
Association of Ringside Physicians
The Phi Beta Kappa Society
Awards and publications
Chief Resident at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital
2014 Richard S. Materson ERF New Investigator Award Co-recipient (Co-Investigator): “The efficacy of ultrasound guided glenohumeral joint injections of platelet rich plasma (PRP) versus hyaluronic acid (HA) in the treatment of glenohumeral osteoarthritis: a randomized, double blind trial.” Principal investigator: Jonathan S. Kirschner, MD, RMSK.
2016 Richard S. Materson ERF New Investigator Award Recipient (Principal Investigator): “Ultrasound guided intra-articular leukocyte reduced platelet rich plasma (PRP), hyaluronic acid (HA), or corticosteroid injections for chronic, unilateral mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis: a double-blind, randomized, controlled relative efficacy preliminary study.”
2017 Best Knowledge NOW article in Musculoskeletal Medicine section: Hydration issues in the athlete and exercise associated Hyponatremia. Presented with Jameel Khan, MD at AAPM&R 2017 conference, Denver, CO.
Cleary P, Chang RG. Editors: Albert P, Nampiaparampil, D. Stem Cells in Bone Marrow Chapter. PRP and Stem Cells in Musculoskeletal Medicine: A Complete Guide. Forthcoming Publication in 2017.
Chang RG, Hurwitz NR, Harrison JR, Cheng J, Lutz GE. Ankylosing Spondylitis Versus Internal Disc Disruption: A Case Report Treated Successfully with Intradiscal Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection. Spine Res 2017;3(4):1-5.
Alekseyev K, Stoly Y, Chang R, Lakdawala M, Bijlani T, et al. Identification of the most frequent injuries in a variety of fencing competitors: A cross sectional study of fencing clubs in the Northeast tri-state region. Phys Med Rehabil Res. Aug. 2016.
Cardozo E, Chang RG, Sneag DB, Wyss J. Atypical Location of Low Back Pain in a High School Basketball Player. American Journal of Rehabilitation. Jun 19; 2015.
Moley PJ, Chang RG. AAPM&R Knowledge NOW article: Sports medicine disorders of the hip: Anterior-Medial. Published 9/16/15.
Chang RG, Herrra JH. AAPM&R Knowledge NOW article: Pulmonary issues in the athlete/Exercise-induced asthma. Published 12/28/12.
Khan S, Chang R. Anatomy of the vestibular system: A review. Neurorehabilitation. 2013;32(3):437-43.
Vadada K, Chang RG, Sahler CS. Ankle and foot. In Kirschner JS, Spinner DA, Herrera JH, eds. Atlas of Ultrasound Guided Musculoskeletal Injections. New York: Springer; 2013.
2016 CUNY Brooklyn College B.A./M.D. Program Distinguished Alumni Award.
Peer Journal Reviewer for PM&R and Archives of PM&R journals.
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Chinese (Mandarin)
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1154648475
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.45
Bedside manner
5.00
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11 reviews
Most relevant
Dr. Chang is professional, thorough and quick (but not trying to push you out the door).
More than 1 year agoScott C.Verified patient
Great doctor!
Very efficient and professional.
Highly recommend.
July 28, 2018Killa R.Verified patient
I went to Dr. Chang for a consultation today, having already seen several doctors for a diverse set of conditions. Dr. Chang treated me with respect and most important of all listened carefully, tailoring his findings and suggestions to both my preferences and needs. I highly recommend him.
October 21, 2019Ronnie Ann H.Verified patient
He is a terrific doctor!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Chang was great, highly recommended. He was very courteous, thorough in his evaluation, and spent time explaining next steps.
More than 1 year agoGleb G.Verified patient
Very thorough and professional!
August 4, 2018Initials hidden
Excellent physician, highly recommended.
July 8, 2018Tony P.Verified patient
Dr. Chang is truly wonderful. He spent more than 60 min assessing, diagnosing, going through all my questions and the follow up plan. He was very considerate with my issues and had clear next steps for us.
More than 1 year agoSteven M.Verified patient
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What practice does Dr. Richard Chang work with?
Dr. Richard Chang works with Mount Sinai Beth Israel Orthopedic Surgery.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Chang have?
Dr. Richard Chang is certified by American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Richard Chang?
Dr. Richard Chang frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Physical Medicine / Rehab Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Richard Chang on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Richard Chang speak?
Dr. Richard Chang speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese (Mandarin).
How do patients rate Dr. Richard Chang in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Dr. Richard Chang. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.45/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.